Stratechery Moderation in Infrastructure
Mar 16, 2021
Explore the historical impact of corporate power on free expression, with insights from notable thinkers. Dive into the complex dynamics of content moderation in social media and its implications for democracy. Discover the necessity for proactive management in digital infrastructure and evolving policies to build trust. Navigate the challenges between freedom of speech and responsible moderation, highlighted by real-world controversies. Finally, examine the struggle for consistency in global internet governance amidst diverse national laws.
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Moderation Stack
- Moderation decisions should be based on the "stack" level.
- Higher levels (e.g., social media) have more moderation discretion than lower levels (e.g., ISPs).
Infrastructure vs. Platforms
- Infrastructure companies should not moderate content like user-facing platforms.
- They have different responsibilities and should focus on access, not broadcasting.
Platform Governance
- Empower platforms built on your infrastructure to handle their own moderation.
- Trying to police the entire stack is unworkable in a free society.